Seventh College Orientation Employment Opportunities
Seventh College recruits current students to serve in various positions to create a meaningful Orientation Experience for first-year and transfer students. Often serving as an incoming student's first point of contact, our Orientation Leaders, Senior Orientation Leaders, and Orientation Interns lay the foundation for student success and welcome new students into the Seventh College community while gaining valuable leadership skills.
Benefits of being a part of the Seventh College Orientation Team
- Develop/build skills in public speaking and group facilitation, time management, conflict resolution, diversity and social justice education, and more
- Learn more about the history and traditions of Seventh College and UC San Diego
- Build relationships with other student leaders and Seventh College staff
ORIENTATION LEADER - OL (Duration: Spring-Fall)
Seventh College Orientation Leaders (OLs) help to create a great first impression of Seventh College for our new students. OLs serve as role models for our incoming first-year and transfer students while introducing them to campus and helping them transition into the academic year eager to engage in and contribute to the Seventh College and UC San Diego communities.
Mandatory Dates:
- Spring Training: Spring Quarter, Mondays & Wednesdays 3:15-4:45 PM
- Seventh College Orientation Leader Retreat: Saturday, April 18
- All-Colleges Orientation Day: Saturday, May 30
- Orientation Part I: Enrollment & Academic Planning Webinars: August 3-7 (virtual)
- OL Move-In (on campus): Friday, September 11
- Fall Training: September 11-14
- Orientation Part II: Cultivating Connections & Welcome Week: September 16-23
All dates listed above are TENTATIVE and subject to change.
Orientation Leaders will:
Orientation Leader Training
- Actively participate in all mandatory trainings
- Learn how to clearly explain the Seventh College theme and academic mission to new students
- Learn how to facilitate meaningful connections with and between students
- Become acquainted with College and University staff, resources, and opportunities
- Form positive working relationships with all members of the Orientation Team
Leadership
- Lead small group discussions, direct campus tours, facilitate group activities, and effectively manage group dynamics and conflicts
Peer Advising
- Provide information regarding Seventh College degree requirements, including the Synthesis Program
- Offer guidance on adjusting to the quarter system and common transitional issues (academic and social)
Role Modeling
- Display sensitivity to different cultures and an awareness of multiculturalism, encourage commitment to academic success, and exemplify Seventh College spirit and pride
Programming
- Support the planning and execution of select Welcome Week events, including but not limited to UnOlympics
Professionalism
- Demonstrate appropriate relationships with incoming students, peers, and staff
- Give new students a positive first impression of Seventh College
Communication
- Communicate effectively and timely with the Senior New Student Programs Specialist, Senior Orientation Team, and fellow Orientation Leaders
Click HERE to apply to be a Seventh College Orientation Leader
Previous work experience is NOT required.
ORIENTATION INTERN - OI (Duration: Winter-Fall)
The Seventh College Orientation Interns (OIs) work closely with the Senior New Student Programs Specialist throughout the year on Orientation logistics, including the program schedule, presentations, and swag. OIs are tasked to carry on and establish new traditions facilitating a welcoming and inclusive program and highlighting Seventh College's theme, "A Changing Planet."
SENIOR ORIENTATION LEADER - SOL (Duration: Winter-Fall)
Seventh College Senior Orientation Leaders (SOLs) play an integral leadership role in the Seventh College Orientation program. As former OLs, SOLs have a wealth of knowledge to help new and returning OLs successfully serve incoming Seventh College students. SOLs assist with various aspects of OL training and are the first point of contact for OLs and a liaison between OLs and Seventh College professional staff during Orientation.
For more information about employment opportunities with Seventh College Orientation, email seventhorientation@ucsd.edu.
All eligible students are encouraged to apply. Seventh College does not consider race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories as part of the application and selection process.